Bhutan's deep-rooted traditions and cultural heritage continue to thrive through vibrant local festivals, preserving the nation’s unique identity. Among them,...
Drones may revolutionise White-bellied Heron conservation. The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) tested drone technology to survey previously...
Being a woodturner, shaazop is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially not if you are a woman. But Sangay Dolma,...
The best ideas often stem from simple observations. This is true for a couple in Tsangkha Gewog in Dagana. After...
In Khebisa Gewog of Dagana, a four-storey mud house constructed centuries ago stands as a witness to history. Now, as...
While many youths from the region have moved to urban areas in search of better job opportunities, a few young...
It is often love and persistence of the family and society that make recovering from an alcohol and drug addiction...
For centenarians who have seen the world for over a hundred years, age usually is just a number. So, what...
The Buddha Statue at Kuensel Phodrang in Thimphu came alive last night with Gerry Hofstetter’s light art. His projections featured...
Amidst the misty hills of Samtenthang village, the nation bid a heartfelt farewell to one of its most cherished sons,...
With no decision in sight, it seems people will have to continue waiting to see a reduction in mobile data...
In a late-season swoop, Indian Women’s League side Kickstart FC have secured the signing of Bhutanese footballer Sonam Choden from RTC Women's FC. The short-term deal for Sonam who will play in the league until the end of next month also means she is set to become the first Bhutanese woman to play professionally in India. 22-year-old Sonam Choden also...
Reports maintained with the Royal Bhutan Police show an increase in the number of inmates seeking psychiatric services in the last two years. In 2023, Chamgang Central Prison in Thimphu recorded eight inmates requiring psychiatric care. The number rose to 16 last year, with four cases recorded this year to date. While the country’s prisons lack dedicated mental health centres...
From just three in 1998, today there are more than 400 patients undergoing dialysis in Bhutan. Additionally, more than 500 people are suffering from kidney-related diseases in the country. Marking World Kidney Day in Phuentshogling yesterday, officials from the Bhutan Kidney Foundation highlighted that this increasing trend is a growing concern. During the World Kidney Day observance at Sonamgang Primary...
An investigation into Penjor Slaughterhouse in Tsirang, the country’s sole beef supplier, has revealed several operational issues, including pricing irregularities, use of personal bank accounts, poor hygiene and outdated slaughter practices, among others. The Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCAA) released its findings yesterday. The investigation followed after Thimphu meat vendors filed complaints against the facility about unfair pricing, hygiene...
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